NTSB investigations
180,658 investigations by the National Transportation Safety Board since 1962: 174,636 accidents, the rest incidents and other occurrences. Each has NTSB’s narrative and, once the investigation is done, its probable cause; since 2008, its findings and sequence of events.
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duckdb -csv -c "SELECT c.\"ntsbNumber\", c.\"eventDate\", c.\"eventType\", c.\"eventCity\", c.\"eventStateOrRegion\", a.n_number, a.\"aircraftMake\", a.\"aircraftModel\", c.\"highestInjuryLevel\", c.\"totalFatal\", c.\"completionStatus\", c.report_url FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_case_detail.parquet' c LEFT JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a ON a.case_mkey = c.\"mKey\" AND a.position = 1 ORDER BY c.\"eventDate\" DESC, c.\"ntsbNumber\" DESC"
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SELECT c."ntsbNumber", c."eventDate", c."eventType", c."eventCity", c."eventStateOrRegion", a.n_number, a."aircraftMake", a."aircraftModel", c."highestInjuryLevel", c."totalFatal", c."completionStatus", c.report_url FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_case_detail.parquet' c LEFT JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a ON a.case_mkey = c."mKey" AND a.position = 1 ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
Run it at the DuckDB prompt, or in any tool that reads Parquet over HTTPS. More ways to query the release are on Use the data.
NTSB MIA07LA158Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportFly BY Sea Comp AIR 1 · Rockledge, FLLoss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB DCA07WA064Accident · 2 fatalForeign investigationReims F406 · Entebbe, UgandaNTSB CHI07FA305Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Defiance, OHThe pilot's spatial disorientation when he encountered convective turbulence which resulted in a loss of control. This encounter resulted in an in-flight break up. Contributing to the accident was the convective turbulence in the clouds.NTSB CHI07CA306Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-12 · Detroit Lakes, MNThe reduced airplane climb performance capability resulting in the pilot not obtaining a proper climb rate during takeoff and the inadequate flare by the pilot during the aborted takeoff. Additional causes were the inadequate preflight planning/preparation by…NTSB SEA07CA273Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · Chandler, AZThe pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions while landing, which resulted in an undershoot and an in-flight collision with terrain. Factors associated with the accident were the downdraft, the uneven terrain, and the flight instructor's delayed…NTSB SEA07CA271Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportLangley Tri-Quickie · Chino, CAThe premature rotation of the airplane on the takeoff roll as a result of the pilot failing the verify the elevator trim position, resulting in a loss of control and subsequent impact with terrain during an aborted takeoff.NTSB NYC07CA239Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportTaylorcraft BC12-D · Atlantic, PAThe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control.NTSB MIA07LA157Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Wimauma, FLThe failure of the pilot to maintain airspeed while maneuvering for a precautionary landing following a reported loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB DFW07LA207Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172S · Tyler, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during takeoff. A contributing factor was the encounter with wake turbulence.NTSB DEN07FA165Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna T210M · Moriarty, NMthe instructor pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during aborted landing and attempted go-around which resulted in an inadvertent elevator trim stall. Contributing to the accident were the instructor pilot's inadequate supervision during the…NTSB MIA07WA156Accident · No injuriesForeign investigationPiper PA-46-350 · Bergamo, ItalyNTSB LAX07CA287Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 150L · Woodland, WAa partial loss of engine power due to carburetor icing conditions.NTSB DCA08WA004Incident · No injuriesForeign investigationBoeing 737 · Bournemouth, United KingdomNTSB ANC07CA107Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper J3 · Tyonek, AKThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, which resulted in an encounter with soft terrain and a loss of control during the takeoff roll.NTSB SEA07LA270Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSocata TB20 · Beatty, NVThe pilot's failure to follow the manufacturer's procedures during a go-around and subsequent loss of airplane control. A contributing factor to the accident was the dark night.NTSB NYC07CA236Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportRobinson R44 II · Nashville, TNThe pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter.NTSB MIA07LA155Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportGrumman AA-5A · Worthington, KYThe separation of the engine's No. 4 piston from the crankshaft for unidentified reasons and the pilot's continued operation with known equipment deficiencies.NTSB DEN08IA030Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBeech C90A · Emporia, KSThe improper installation of the right elevator trim tab attachment hardware by maintenance personnel which resulted in excessive wear, fatigue, and the failure of the push-pull tube.NTSB CHI07CA304Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech C23 · Carrollton, OHThe partial loss of engine power during approach due to carburetor ice and the uneven terrain encountered during the forced landing which caused the airplane to nose over. Weather conducive to carburetor icing was a contributing factor.NTSB CHI07CA303Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportNorth American SNJ-5 · Bloomington, ILThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff roll which resulted in a ground loop.NTSB ATL07LA129Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportKolb MK II · Sweetwater, TNThe pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during climb.NTSB ANC07FA102Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 180 · Whittier, AKThe failure of the pilot's seat to engage, or remain engaged, and the pilot's inadvertent stall/mush during takeoff-initial climb. Contributing to the accident was the failure of maintenance personnel to comply with an FAA AD regarding the pilot's seat rails.NTSB SEA07CA269Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportRobinson R-22 Beta · Bend, ORProper descent rate not obtained/maintained during a pinnacle approach.NTSB NYC07LA233Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportTemco GC-1B · New Smyrna Bch, FLA loss of engine power due to fuel starvation, which was the result of a blocked fuel tank vent.NTSB NYC07FA234Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportBeech H-18 · Ft. Lauderdale, FLA total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's failure to place the fuel selector for the right engine in the proper position. Contributing to the accident was the improper loading of the cargo.NTSB NYC07CA235Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172 · Meriden, CTThe student pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.NTSB MIA07FA154Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportNorth American Navion · Clayton, NCThe pilot's intentional abrupt maneuver during low altitude cruise flight to avoid obstructions ahead, resulting in an in-flight collision with terrain and a building. Contributing to the accident were the failure of the pilot to obtain a preflight weather…NTSB ANC07LA106Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Fairbanks, AKThe pilot's improper use of the carburetor heat control, and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed to preclude a stall. Contributing to the accident was carburetor icing conditions.NTSB ANC07LA104Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna U206 · McGrath, AKA separation of the engine connecting rod and engine cylinder due to the loss of a connecting rod nut that was stripped from the rod bolt.NTSB ANC07CA105Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-32 · Chenega Bay, AKThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in a collision with a ditch during the landing roll. A factor associated with the accident was the ditch.NTSB SEA07CA272Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportJeffrey Wilson Escapade · La Grande, ORThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing, which resulted in a ground loop and substantial damage to the airplane's left wing. A contributing factor was the flight instructor's delayed remedial action.NTSB SEA07CA267Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 340A · Schellville, CAThe pilot's misjudgment of speed and distance, which resulted in an overrun of the runway. Contribution factors are the pilot's inadvertent landing at the wrong airport with a shorter runway than his intended destination and limited braking effectiveness…NTSB NYC07CA238Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 190 · Yulee, FLThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing. A factor in this accident was the crosswind condition.NTSB DEN07CA163Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportAerostar S81A · Hartsel, COthe pilot's inability to maintain the proper descent rate. A factor contributing to the accident was the unfavorable wind conditions.NTSB DEN07CA162Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182Q · Glenwood Spring, COThe pilot's failure to go around when it became apparent that he could not land and stop the airplane on the remaining runway. Factors contributing to the accident were the tailwind and the gusts.NTSB DEN07CA161Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182P · Santa Rosa, NMThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. A contributing factor was the crosswind.NTSB DCA08WA001Accident · No injuriesForeign investigationBoeing 737-800 · Saga, JapanNTSB CHI07LA302Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSiebert RV-9A · Barton City, MIThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and aircraft control during initial climb after takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the gusting wind condition.NTSB ATL07LA128Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech B90 · Chattanooga, TNThe pilot's inadequate preflight planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion during the landing approach.NTSB ANC07FA103Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportShort Bros. SC-7 · McGrath, AKA collision with trees during takeoff-initial climb for an undetermined reason.NTSB SEA07LA266Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSt. Claire Ragtop-01 · Perris, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during an aborted landing. Contributing factors to the accident were the fence and the undetermined brake malfunction.NTSB NYC07LA237Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportOrtiz G/Saint J RV-10 · Hiram, GASeparation of the passenger cabin door during cruise flight for undetermined reasons.NTSB CHI07LA307Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech V35B · Ravenna, OHThe loss of engine power for an undetermined reason. Contributing to the accident was the tree that the airplane impacted during the forced landing.NTSB ANC07CA101Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-22-150 · Cooper Landing, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain altitude/clearance from objects, which resulted in an in-flight collision with trees during takeoff/initial climb. A factor contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to takeoff into known adverse weather.NTSB SEA07CA265Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA 28-140 · Flagstaff, AZThe pilot's failure to attain an adequate airspeed, which resulted in a forced landing off the end of the runway. A contributing factor to the accident was the gusting wind.NTSB NYC07CA240Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-180 · Bridgeport, CTThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing. Contributing was the crosswind weather condition.NTSB LAX07LA280Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRoot Sherpa · Scappoose, ORA loss of aircraft pitch control due to the fatigue failure of the fuselage tube structure at the flight control stick gimbal mechanism due to an incomplete weld penetration at the root of the weld.NTSB NYC07LA232Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportFrancis SE5A Replica · Hendersonville, NCA total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB MIA07LA152Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-30 · Milton, FLThe failure of the pilot to attain the proper touchdown point during the precautionary landing resulting in the on-ground collision with fence posts.NTSB LAX07TA277Accident · No injuriesFinal reportAir Tractor AT-802A · Big Bear City, CALoss of engine power while maneuvering due to the failure of the number 1 bearing that was caused by electrical discharge damage to the bearing originating from the starter-generator. Contributing to the accident was the operator's failure to follow the…